Indianapolis Commercial and Industrial Radon Testing
We also offer residential radon testing & mitigation services; click here.
Indoor radon gas is a national health problem. The EPA estimates 21,000 deaths a year from lung cancer are also radon-related. Approximately six million U.S. homes are projected to have radon concentrations above the EPA guidelines of 4 pCi/L. In addition to residential properties, some commercial properties should be tested for radon levels and mitigated if they exceed 4 pCi/L. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas in rocks and soils underneath structures, tasteless, odorless, and colorless. Radon migrates through the soil and into a structure through cracks in the foundation, water wells, sump pits, and external pressure. Aegis Environmental is certified in radon testing and offers the following services:
- Pre-purchase inspections
- Pre-listing inspections
- Mitigation oversight
- Clearance testing
FAQs For Commercial Radon Testing & Investigation
I need a radon investigation conducted for a property I own or manage. Can you help me out?
Our team has years of experience and professional certification through the state and a National Radon Proficiency Program in the following related areas: pre-listing inspections, mitigation oversight, and post-mitigation testing.
What is radon, and how does it become a problem?
Radon is a radioactive gas that is undetectable by sight or smell. When uranium, thorium, or radium in soil or groundwater decays, radon is naturally produced. Radon migrates through the soil and into a structure via cracks in the foundation, water wells, and sump pits.
How many units do I need to test?
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires that at least 25% of randomly selected ground-level units be tested for radon. In contrast, the American Association of Radon Scientists and Technologists – American National Standards Institute (AARST‐ANSI) protocol for Measurements in Multifamily Buildings (MAMF) requires that 100% of the ground-level units, including office space, be tested, and that at least 10% of the dwellings on upper floors be tested. Lenders or stakeholders may have specific requirements. Stakeholders should discuss the ramifications of limited testing for any building they consider purchasing or funding.
How long will the testing take?
Short-term radon tests take from 48 to 96 hours. Reports are generally available within a couple of days after testing completion. These are average times; the exact time your project will take may differ from the average.
What is the cost of a radon investigation?
The cost will vary depending on the number of units tested.
Radon Links: https://www.epa.gov/radon/health-risk-radon
